Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including some accessible facilities. Step-free entrances are available.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located just steps from Lake Superior and 4 minutes by foot from StageNorth. It is approximately 3.1 miles from Houghton Falls Nature Preserve and 8.1 miles from Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.

The Washburn Inn - Comfortable Stay in Washburn

Average nightly price at The Washburn Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$110
February	US$129
March	US$110
April	US$103
May	US$126
June	US$174
July	US$222
August	US$223
September	US$185
October	US$150
November	US$105
December	US$101

What guests think

Travellers describe The Washburn Inn as a simple lakeside stop with very friendly staff, generally clean, updated rooms, and a peaceful marina setting, though amenities are limited, rooms rarely face the water, and the building shows its age.

Many appreciate the waterfront chairs and walking path, quiet atmosphere, and proximity to Bayfield, Ashland, and the Apostle Islands. Common downsides include no elevator, no breakfast, occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues, and some noise or A/C problems. Expect a basic, quiet stay focused on location and service.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic with limited amenities; the two-story building has no elevator. Guests like the lakefront seating and path, but ice/vending are sometimes unavailable.

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Pamela

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

No elevator and no room refresh daily. Had to request clean towels and would have been nice to have them empty trash from room daily. Did that ourselves. Staff was friendly. Rooms were clean. Felt safe in this area.

8

LORA

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very good stay. No breakfast available. Wish they told us there is no elevator to second floor.

6

Mark

19 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Short walk to see lake Superior was nice, no vending machines and ice machine was broke. The hotel is over priced for what it is ,I have stayed at nicer hotels for less money.

8

Suifen

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

there is no elevator in this building, which is not very satisfactory.

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Charles J

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator

6

Daniel

14 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was ok, it does not have an elevator and when I asked about a room on the first floor, I was told they didn’t have any rooms available. The next morning there were only 6 cars in the lot, so it wasn’t booked up. The ice machine was broken and after 3 days it still had not been repaired. The staff was friendly, just not sure why I couldn’t get a room on the first floor or why there was no attempt to fix the ice machine. There is no view of the lake from your room, unless you stick your head out the window.

10

Barbara

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean, quiet, safe. Rooms are spacious. Easy access to Lake Superior right next to the property with outdoor chairs and a trail along the lakeshore. Love this place. Washburn is quiet and modest and close to Ashland and Bayfield.

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Lester

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Not ADA compliant , no elevator to the 2nd floor,my wife is on oxygen for COPD,desk attendants comment was “its only 14 steps up”appreciate the concern 😑 Outdated,14” old toilet height, again not ADA compliant, rubber squeegee thing to stop the bathtub if you wanted to take a bath, TV had vertical lines in the screen (see photo)not positive but believe it stated online breakfast offered ( had a microwave and a coffee pot) met another older gentleman this morning carrying his bags down the stairs, he was struggling to say the least, he commented that he was offered assistance, then shrugged his shoulders and continued slowly down the stairs

10

Ronald

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely place, well kept… only complaint is there is no elevator… we are retired and stayed for three nights. Good thing we are in pretty good shape so we could take our luggage up the stairs.

10

Danette

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Washburn Inn did not have an elevator, so that is not ideal, but we liked everything else about it. Also no vending machine, but the area was beautiful, the price was fair, and it was a great place to stay near Bayfield and Ashland both. The staff was very friendly.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms very clean, but several report musty or pet odors, mold, cobwebs/spiders, stained or worn linens, and occasional lapses in housekeeping during multi‑night stays.

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james

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was the absolute worst hotel we have ever stayed at. First there was no maid service which should have been disclosed when booking. The bathroom lights power went out in the middle of 2 different morning showers. There were cob webs on the ceiling. Multiple spider webs in the window sill. We paid $200/night to stay in absolute trash. Avoid at all costs. They couldnt even fill the kleenex box....

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Irene

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean when we arrived. They have a housekeeping policy where you notify the desk in the morning as to requesting your room tidied up. We did and they never came. The next day I notified the desk manager and he helped with the trash and linens. He also helped carry our luggage up to the room when we arrived as they have no elevator. He was very nice. Nice showers

10

LANA

2 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

10

Valorie

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean room with awesome staff!! Modern rooms, no tub only a shower, but that worked for my needs. No breakfast, but otherwise, microwave and fridge in room was handy!!

4

Cynthia

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Was happy to find a room at this popular location during a busy end of summer season. Staff was friendly, the walk-in shower was new, and the sink and counter were clean. Fridge stayed cold, which was great. Downside: No elevator, and we were on the second floor. Expensive for what we got. Overall looked pretty run down. Old carpet throughout and the carpet in my room was visibly dirty (?forgot to vacuum). My bottom bed sheet had a quarter-size hole in it that looked like someone tried to darn or sew it. Same with the top sheet, but smaller holes..The bathroom fan made a horrible noise when I turned it on, so didn't use it. Bed was rather hard, but not awful. I might look harder for a different place next time.

4

Brenda

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I did not like the smell of the room. Was like urine and moldy together. Staff very nice. View was nice.

4

cindy

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Screens don’t fit large gaps windows don’t close all the way spiders everywhere in side had to stuff Kleenex on window gaps to stop them from coming in they were on cieling and killed some in the bed not good most windows in the place needed screens that fit

6

Joan

18 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom was mildew smelling. The bedroom smelled and in one area it smelled like urine

4

Katelyn

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bedding was stained, ripped, and it felt like there was sand in the bed.

2

David

12 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely musty and damp. Bathroom was full of mold.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and partly updated; many find the beds comfortable, but others note hard, soft, or sagging mattresses and small pillows. Expect thin walls/creaky floors, occasional noisy or weak A/C, most rooms without lake views, and often no in-room microwave.

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Paula

4 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location with pretty harbor view. Restaurant next door was good. No breakfast onsite but Coco cafe a few blocks away was excellent. Only negative was noisy air conditioner.

10

Janice

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Did not like this property. No elevator so have to climb stairs all the time. No microwave in room. Found one downstairs in the back. No breakfast. No shades to keep light out in the morning. No view of the lake as ad shows. Too much money for this property!! Great location.

6

suzanne

27 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has lots of wear and tear. The furniture is chipped, old but the bed was comfortable. The room shakes when people walk in the hallway.

6

Lynda

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Floor boards creak like they are going to cave in. No maid service, except for single nights. No view of the lake from the rooms. Just a big asphalt parking lot. No vending machine, no laundry, weak coffee.

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Jill

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was very mediocre. Room was clean, but could use some repairs. No breakfast or even a vending machine that we could find. Nice view of the lake from outside, but the property oddly faces sideways to lake, so no rooms have an actual view. Could hear every step the people above us took. Very pricey for no frills.

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Jenny

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The water view was great outside the property. The hotel itself was built perpendicular to the lake so no nice view from room. Property was dated but clean. We stayed here because the rates in Bayfield to visit Apostle Islands were very high.

10

Debra

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel had trolley service to the concert I was attending. Front desk called it in because the location to make reservations was closed. Also helped printing my tickets. The WIFI is not very good WAY UP NORTH :)

4

karen

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

/Casey at the desk was wonderfully helpful. The bed was not comfortable. The whole place needs a renovation.

8

Lenora

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We liked the location of the property. Right next to the water and a nice walking path. The air conditioner in the room was way too loud! It kept cycling on and off every few minutes even after I raised the temp on it. We ended up opening the window and turning it off. I noticed the light that indicated that the filter needed to be changed was illuminated. It was a bit musty smelling in the room. One of the beds creaked every time you moved on it. Good thing I always bring ear plugs with me.

8

Colleen

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet. Good coffee at front. No microwave in the room but there was an area with tables and microwave up front. Room was comfortable and clean.

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Service

Service is a strong point: many highlight genuinely friendly, accommodating staff who go above and beyond with local tips and problem solving. A few note late-evening desk unavailability or occasional check-in mix-ups.

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Frank

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Forgetting I left my lights on, my battery naturally died. The staff immediately helped me and the manager went home to locate jumper cables - hospitality personified. I’m grateful to the Washburn Inn folks for their wonderful service that went above and beyond.

10

David

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The guy that checked me in wins the award for nicest human on earth. Very helpful and kind staff. Clean rooms, very safe area. They have a quiet time which is great. Great view of the lake.

6

Kenneth D

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had booked two rooms and only one was on their list. Fortunately, there was another room available. Casey was very helpful on getting the problem rectified, except for the mixed up phone call at 9:40pm telling me the other couple we were with had yet to check in. I will be watching my credit card statement to assure I was only charged once. Found out there was no cleaning service for stays over one evening, but they would provide more towels if needed. This should be conveyed prior to booking. A/C unit was extremely loud. Overall, the rooms were very clean, but the building could use a little work.

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Scott

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The entire staff were AWESOME!!! ****Fransie, Casey and Michael, all staff. You don't get that kind of customer service every place you stay.Thank you. We'll return because of them!

10

Ellen

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very clean and well maintained. When we had to ask the front desk for special consideration for an emergency that came up, they did everything they could to accommodate us.

10

Carla

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We needed a last minute room for the Bayfield/Washburn area, and I’m so thankful we ended up at the Washburn Inn! The room was well kept and clean, the shower water pressure and temperature was great, but the best part was the front desk staff. I had asked about a few local features and businesses and while he was immediately knowledgeable about them and told me about local walking trails, he then called our room later to let us know about a suggestion he just heard from another customer that was useful for us too! That personal touch was great.

10

Debra

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel had trolley service to the concert I was attending. Front desk called it in because the location to make reservations was closed. Also helped printing my tickets. The WIFI is not very good WAY UP NORTH :)

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Allyson

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Came back to the hotel at about 9pm to discover our room key did not work. Would have been just fine except the "staffed desk until 10pm" was not staffed nor did anyone answer the phone provided for emergencies. Not a good time. Stay was otherwise fine

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Philipp

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good overall. The location next to the lake is wonderful and the staff is very helpful. The room is clean overall and comfortable. My few critiques would be that the lobby does not open until 7 a.m., and so I am unable to get coffee before that time. The furniture is a little dated and not in the best shape. Overall it was a good stay. Thank you!

8

Kelly

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was good. The staff was excellent. They went beyond what was required and were able to accommodate my need. Thanks.

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Location

Scenic waterfront by the marina with chairs and a lakeside walking path is widely praised, and it’s convenient to Bayfield/Apostle Islands. Note that most rooms do not have direct lake views despite the setting.

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Ronald

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property was in a good location overlooking the Washburn Marina

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David

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is right on the Bay with lots of outdoor chairs and tables. It's also next to the marina. Only 15 minutes from the Bayfield boat tours and Madeline Island Ferry.

10

steve

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

NICE HOTEL, RIGHT ON THE BAY. RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR VERY GOOD.

10

christine

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful views of Lake Superior and the marina. Lovely walking path along the lake. Restaurants and Main Street close by.

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Rory

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Chairs by the marina and the lake views

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Jenny

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The water view was great outside the property. The hotel itself was built perpendicular to the lake so no nice view from room. Property was dated but clean. We stayed here because the rates in Bayfield to visit Apostle Islands were very high.

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Eric

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Short walk (1/4mi) to Washburn marina, restaurants, bars, and historic sites.

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KEVIN

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great shoreline walking path

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Shannon

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property is in very good condition and well maintained. The only disappointing aspect is that there are not fantastic lake views that you might expect for a property so close to the lake. Very clean, staff was accessible and competent. Would stay again.

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David

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is right on the shore of Lake Superior and only 15 minutes in Bayfield and the apostle Islands boat tours and Madeline Island ferry.

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Dining

No breakfast is provided, though lobby coffee is popular. A restaurant/bar next door or on the property is convenient, but hours can be limited and food feedback ranges from very good to average.

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Paula

4 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location with pretty harbor view. Restaurant next door was good. No breakfast onsite but Coco cafe a few blocks away was excellent. Only negative was noisy air conditioner.

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Alice

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property a little dated but clean, nice staff and view of the Lake. The Harbor Restaurant next door had great views but the food was not great and our server obviously would have rathered be somewhere else.

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steve

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

NICE HOTEL, RIGHT ON THE BAY. RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR VERY GOOD.

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Irene

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My friend and I make a yearly vacation to Lake Superior. This hotel was recomended.

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Denise

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area to walk pets. Beautiful view. Adding at least a granola bar with coffee would be nice. No breakfast.

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Don

4 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

On-site bar/restaurant. On water. Great facilities. Room coffee terrible but lobby coffee fantastic. Walk easy to great Main Street breakfast diner. Great water view and facilities to sit/relax. Definitely recommend!!!

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myra

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great price for this area. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Small property but right on the lake and a very nice restaurant across the parking lot. No free breakfast but most hotel breakfasts are not that good and they recommended we try a nearby restaurant which I think was called Time Out. It was very good and priced right.

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Jenny

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Older place but clean. Did not include breakfast or have a pool. Nice walking trails on Lake Superior. Restaurant across parking lot had good food.

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Andrzej

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No breakfast- it is ok but no toaster in the common area that is not good

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Mary

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, clean hotel with nice restaurant on site.

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